Five Things You Need to Know Today, March 17

Here are five things you need to know today:

Turning Point: It was this day in 1776 that the British fled from Boston to Nova Soctia after General George Washington’s Army launched a surprise attack on the British army that had been occupying the entire city. It was the first large victory for Washington and the Revolutionary War. This fun fact was provided by On-This-Day.com.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day: Make sure to take time during your day to celebrate the Irish holiday started by the death of Bishop Patrick or St. Patrick in 461 AD. Check out some of the specials going on locally for St. Patty’s Day

Weather: It might be a little foggy in the morning but we might be hitting 60! We should see patchy fog with a high temperature around 59 degrees today, according to the National Weather Service. Tonight should be cloudy with a low temperature of 41 degrees. Calm winds are expected all day.

Seniors All Green: Check out a video and an image gallery from Tuesday’s St. Patty’s Day celebration at the Andover Senior Center. The post goes up at 6 a.m.

Gas Prices: Gas in Andover has been steady the past few days. The Gulf on Main Street continues to be the lowest station in Andover. Here are some of the lowest unleaded gas prices according to motortrend.com: the – $3.47/gallon ,  Route 125 and Salem Street- $3.49/gallon; 205 North Main Street –$3.49/gallon.

Check out all of the events happening in Andover today at our events calendar.